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Uganda Airlines Logo
20:40 - 7:15JNB-NBO
9h 35m1 stop
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8:00 - 19:40NBO-JNB
12h 40m1 stop
R5 225Uganda Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 11
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16:40 - 5:10JNB-NBO
11h 30m1 stop
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6:10 - 14:40NBO-JNB
9h 30m1 stop
R5 414TAAG
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Thu, Dec 25 - Sun, Dec 28
ASKY Logo
5:30 - 21:25JNB-NBO
14h 55m2 stops
ASKY Logo
9:05 - 0:05NBO-JNB
16h 00m2 stops
R6 001ASKY
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Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 18
ASKY Logo
5:30 - 21:25JNB-NBO
14h 55m2 stops
ASKY Logo
9:05 - 0:05NBO-JNB
16h 00m2 stops
R6 190ASKY
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Fri, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 17
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16:50 - 4:55JNB-NBO
11h 05m2 stops
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5:30 - 14:20NBO-JNB
9h 50m1 stop
R6 294RwandAir
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Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 1
RwandAir Logo
16:50 - 12:20JNB-NBO
18h 30m1 stop
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20:50 - 2:20NBO-JNB
6h 30m1 stop
R6 466RwandAir
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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Jan 22
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17:00 - 22:05JNB-NBO
4h 05mdirect
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23:25 - 14:20NBO-JNB
15h 55m1 stop
R6 742Kenya Airways
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Sat, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 15
Kenya Airways Logo
1:35 - 6:40JNB-NBO
4h 05mdirect
Kenya Airways Logo
7:30 - 14:20NBO-JNB
7h 50m2 stops
R6 777Kenya Airways
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Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 18
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23:00 - 13:10JNB-NBO
13h 10m1 stop
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3:45 - 13:05NBO-JNB
10h 20m1 stop
R7 363Ethiopian Air
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Thu, Dec 25 - Sat, Dec 27
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23:00 - 13:10JNB-NBO
13h 10m1 stop
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3:45 - 13:05NBO-JNB
10h 20m1 stop
R7 380Ethiopian Air
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RwandAir flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi

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RwandAir
Dec 25
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 05m
2 stops
NBO4:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jan 1
NBO5:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
Dec 11
JNB16:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
18h 30m
1 stop
NBO12:20Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jan 22
NBO20:50Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
6h 30m
1 stop
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
RwandAir
Dec 24
JNB3:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
NBO4:55Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Jan 1
NBO13:00Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
JNB2:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

Kenya Airways flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi

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Kenya Airways
Nov 8
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 05m
NBO22:05Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 15
NBO23:25Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kenya Airways
Nov 10
JNB1:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 05m
NBO6:40Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 18
NBO7:30Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
7h 50m
2 stops
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo
Kenya Airways
Oct 28
JNB17:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
4h 05m
NBO22:05Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Nov 3
NBO23:25Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
15h 55m
1 stop
JNB14:20Johannesburg OR Tambo

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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/11

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/11

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R5 225

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

16:40-5:10

1 stop11h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 28/12

6:10-14:40

1 stop9h 30m

R5 414

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/12

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 18/12

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 001

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

5:30-21:25

2 stops14h 55m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 17/2

9:05-0:05

2 stops16h 00m

R6 190

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

16:50-4:55

2 stops11h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 1/1

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

R6 294

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/12

16:50-12:20

1 stop18h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 22/1

20:50-2:20

1 stop6h 30m

R6 466

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 8/11

17:00-22:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 15/11

23:25-14:20

1 stop15h 55m

R6 742

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/11

1:35-6:40

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 18/11

7:30-14:20

2 stops7h 50m

R6 777

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

23:00-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 27/12

3:45-13:05

1 stop10h 20m

R7 363

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

23:00-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 27/12

3:45-13:05

1 stop10h 20m

R7 380

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Nairobi?

If you’re not able to fly to Nairobi in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Johannesburg to Nairobi during October average around R7 363.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Nairobi. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R9 337. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Johannesburg because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R9 692.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Nairobi?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Nairobi is in the morning. Flights from Johannesburg to Nairobi during this time can be as low as R8 935. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Nairobi is in the afternoon when prices are around R11 102.

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to Nairobi flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl for the best Johannesburg - Nairobi flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Nairobi?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Nairobi from Johannesburg when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Nairobi for around R8 021 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Nairobi from Johannesburg for as low as R7 001 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg to Nairobi flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Johannesburg to Nairobi flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Johannesburg to Nairobi

Fastest flight time

4h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Nairobi

1 airport
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to Nairobi takes 4h 00m
Direct flights go from Johannesburg to Nairobi every day.
There is 1 airport near Nairobi: Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
  • How far is Johannesburg to Nairobi by plane?

    There are 2922,6 km between Johannesburg and Nairobi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to Nairobi?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to Nairobi.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Nairobi?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Nairobi may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Nairobi. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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TAAGPriceFrom R3 648Free CancellationRating
5,4
24 reviews
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Uganda AirlinesPriceFrom R5 088Free CancellationRating
0,0
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RwandAirPriceFrom R5 334Free CancellationRating
7,7
37 reviews
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Ethiopian AirPriceFrom R5 664Free CancellationRating
7,2
877 reviews
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ASKYPriceFrom R6 133Free CancellationRating
7,5
70 reviews
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Air TanzaniaPriceFrom R6 725Free CancellationRating
7,7
18 reviews
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Zambia AirwaysPriceFrom R7 119Free CancellationRating
6,6
9 reviews
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Kenya AirwaysPriceFrom R7 509Free CancellationRating
6,8
286 reviews
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AirlinkPriceFrom R8 792Free CancellationRating
8,5
83 reviews
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South AfricanPriceFrom R13 826Free CancellationRating
7,5
46 reviews
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